GMtech vs BTHome Sensors
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
GMtech
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* 监控 GMtech LiFePo4 电池的最佳实用工具。 * 由于蓝牙硬件功能,APP每次只能连接一块电池。 * 如果您想将此电池连接到另一部手机,请退出此程序。 * 未经经销商许可,请勿更改您的设置
BTHome Sensors
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A universal monitor for BTHome Bluetooth devices. This app lets you scan for nearby BTHome protocol devices and monitor their data in real time. It supports a wide range of sensor types and presents readings in clear graphs with historical tracking. Built to be flexible and lightweight, the app adapts to different devices without requiring custom setup. Features Scan and discover BTHome Bluetooth devices View live sensor readings Support for multiple sensor types defined by the BTHome protocol Interactive charts with historical data Device details including signal strength and battery status Clean interface focused on clarity and performance Ideal for monitoring environments, testing sensors, or analyzing long-term trends. Note: Requires Bluetooth access and BTHome-compatible devices. Supported sensors depend on the device capabilities. Compatible devices and manufacturers Use BTHome broadcasts from Shelly BLU H&T, Shelly BLU Door/Window, Shelly BLU Motion, Shelly BLU Button1 and Shelly BLU Wall Switch 4. Monitor Xiaomi / Mijia thermometers (custom firmware), such as LYWSD03MMC. Also suitable for b-parasite plant sensors and DIY ESP32 sensors broadcasting BTHome.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is price: GMtech at Free against BTHome Sensors's $3.99. GMtech also leads on iOS requirement (12.0 vs 16.4). BTHome Sensors's advantage is update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 3 months). On ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS
GMtech is free to download; BTHome Sensors costs $3.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
GMtech ships an update every 3 months, BTHome Sensors every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 9, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | GMtech | BTHome Sensors |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free — better | $3.99 |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | Every 3 weeks — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod — better | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 12.0 — better | 16.4 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 37 MB | 70 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | GM Outdoor | MICHAL KOVAL |
In-app purchases
GMtech
No in-app purchases
BTHome Sensors
No in-app purchases









